2006 Chevrolet Express vs. 1994 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Express is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Toyota MR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Toyota MR2 would be higher. At 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Express (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1994 Toyota MR2. (173 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1344 kg more than 1994 Toyota MR2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Chevrolet Express (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota MR2. (186 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Express | 1994 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Express | MR2 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1994 |
Body Type | Van | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4802 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2579 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 70 L |